Investigating the contribution of gamma-ray blazar flares to neutrino flux
Blazars belong to the family of active galactic nuclei called quasars. What differentiates them from quasars is that the flares ejected out of these active galactic nuclei are pointed toward the Earth. These flares contain high-energy cosmic rays whi.....»»
Physics behind unusual behavior of stars" super flares discovered
Our sun actively produces solar flares that can impact Earth, with the strongest flares having the capacity to cause blackouts and disrupt communications—potentially on a global scale. While solar flares can be powerful, they are insignificant comp.....»»
SPAGINS: A novel approach to predicting nuclear fragmentation in gamma-induced spallation
In a study published in Nuclear Science and Techniques, researchers from Henan Normal University report a significant advancement in nuclear physics. The study showcases the effectiveness of the SPAGINS model, a novel approach to accurately predictin.....»»
Prototype for DUNE detector will test new technology that can handle more neutrinos
Long before the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment takes its first measurements in an effort to expand our understanding of the universe, a prototype for one of the experiment's detectors is blazing new trails in neutrino detection technology......»»
New astrophysics model sheds light on additional source of long gamma-ray bursts
Cutting-edge computer simulations combined with theoretical calculations are helping astronomers better understand the origin of some of the universe's most energetic and mysterious light shows—gamma-ray bursts, or GRBs. The new unified model confi.....»»
Scientists discover new type of ultrafast magnetic switching while investigating noise interference
Researchers at the University of Konstanz have discovered a new type of ultrafast magnetic switching by investigating fluctuations that normally tend to interfere with experiments as noise......»»
Google Drive users say Google lost their files; Google is investigating
Google tells users to not delete local Drive profile data while it investigates. Enlarge (credit: Google Drive) Did Google Drive lose some people's data? That's the question swirling around the Internet right now as Goog.....»»
Anger as some Google cloud customers locked out of files
Google is investigating reports that some users of its Drive service cannot access recent files......»»
Investigating and fine-tuning the properties of "magic" graphene
Recent advances in the development of devices made of 2D materials are paving the way for new technological capabilities, especially in the field of quantum technology. So far, however, little research has been carried out into energy losses in stron.....»»
A gamma-ray pulsar milestone inspires innovative astrophysics and applications
The U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), in conjunction with the international Fermi Large Area Telescope Collaboration, announce the discovery of nearly 300 gamma ray pulsars in the publication of their Third Catalog of Gamma Ray Pulsars. This mile.....»»
Malfunction in spermatogenesis: Researchers uncover contribution of cylicin proteins to male fertility
For successful fertilization, sperm should move forward rapidly and be shaped correctly. The unique structure of the sperm cells forms during spermiogenesis. Now, researchers from the University Hospital Bonn (UKB) and the Transdisciplinary Research.....»»
NASA engineers testing successor to Ingenuity helicopter rotors
NASA is investigating the possibility of more helicopters for future Mars missions, and recently shared a peek at its testing of new Mars helicopter hardware......»»
Data from Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope reveal gamma radiation pulses from Sagittarius A*
A pair of astrophysicists at Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico has found, via study of data from the low-Earth orbiting Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope, regular gamma radiation pulses emanating from around the black hole (at the center of the M.....»»
HSBC mobile banking down for thousands across UK
The firm is investigating the problem, which comes on the busy shopping day Black Friday......»»
Investigating solid-state atomic hydrogen as a potential hydrogen therapy strategy
The overexpression of reactive oxygen and nitrogen species (RONS) is closely associated with the onset and progression of diverse chronic diseases, such as cancer, Alzheimer's disease, and chronic diabetic ulcers. Hydrogen therapy, as an emerging and.....»»
UK report highlights vital contribution of "virtual schools" for children in care
A new study highlights the vital contribution of 'virtual schools' for children in care and recommends ten ways to improve their educational outcomes......»»
Study highlights importance of not investigating exon splicing in isolation
A study published in the journal Function highlights the importance of not investigating exon splicing in isolation. Exon splicing is the process by which introns are removed from pre-mRNA and exons are spliced back together......»»
Investigating the contribution of gamma-ray blazar flares to neutrino flux
Blazars belong to the family of active galactic nuclei called quasars. What differentiates them from quasars is that the flares ejected out of these active galactic nuclei are pointed toward the Earth. These flares contain high-energy cosmic rays whi.....»»
Saturday Citations: Bronze-Age gender representation, gamma rays, nice bonobos in your neighborhood want to meet you
This week's news roundup includes a Bronze Age discovery that calls into question existing ideas of gender representation from the period. More research confirms that bonobos are actually nice. Plus: Actual good climate news?.....»»
Dogs are coming down with an unusual respiratory illness in several US states
Veterinary laboratories in several states are investigating an unusual respiratory illness in dogs, and encouraging people to take basic precautions to keep their pets healthy as veterinarians try to pin down what's making the animals sick......»»
Gamma-ray burst charged Earth’s ionosphere from 2 billion light-years away
The brightest supernova ever detected altered the outer layers of Earth's atmosphere. Enlarge / Artist's conception of a gamma-ray burst. (credit: NASA) An astounding gamma-ray burst, dubbed GRB 221009A, continues to ama.....»»